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CityGreens, a pioneering Agri-Tech company, proudly announces the participation of its CEO and Founder, Gaurav Narang, as a keynote speaker at the upcoming AgriNext Conference scheduled to be held in Dubai on November 13-14, 2024. Gaurav Narang, a dynamic leader driven by a profound commitment to creating positive impacts, has been at the forefront of innovation in healthcare and environmental sustainability. After completing his MBA from the prestigious IIM Calcutta, Narang embarked on an entrepreneurial journey that revolutionised access to specialty medicines, benefiting over 5 million patients across India. His transformative venture in healthcare, which expanded to 24 cities and ultimately got acquired by Portea Medical, paved the way for his shift toward environmental sustainability. This transition led him to establish CityGreens, where Narang and his team are pioneering Agri-Tech solutions aimed at empowering growers to cultivate high-quality crops in climate-resilient environments. Aside from his role at CityGreens, Gaurav Narang is a dedicated angel investor in early-stage startups and actively contributes to various academic and industry platforms, including serving on the board at IIIT Sonepat and the investment committee at a-Idea, Naarm. Reflecting on his journey, Narang expressed his passion for sharing insights and practical advice with budding entrepreneurs, a commitment evident in his best-selling books. His contributions to CityGreens have garnered multiple patents and significant grant awards from governments around the world, underscoring his commitment to innovation and sustainability. Gaurav Narang's achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including recognition as an Aspiring Leader at the St. Gallens Symposium in Switzerland and finalist positions in India's National Startup Awards and FICCI’s Agri Startup Awards. The AgriNext Conference, a premier gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders in the agriculture sector, provides a platform for thought leadership and collaboration aimed at addressing the most pressing challenges and opportunities in global agriculture. Gaurav's participation in the AgriNext Conference underscores CityGreens' commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in agriculture, as well as its dedication to fostering dialogue and collaboration within the industry. The AgriNext Conference is a leading global platform that convenes industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore and discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in agriculture. Hosted in Dubai, the conference catalyzes driving innovation, sustainability, and collaboration across the agriculture value chain.